Fifth Philosophy
TO THE EARTH
Our Mother Earth is the source of all life, whether it be the plants,
the two-legged, four-legged, winged ones or human beings. The Mother
Earth is the greatest teacher, if we listen, observe and respect her.
When we live in harmony with the Mother Earth, she will recycle the
things we consume and make them available to our children and to their
children. As an Indian man, I must teach my children how to care for
the Earth so it is there for the future generations. So from now on:
I realize the Earth is our mother. I will treat her with honor
and respect.
I will honor the interconnectedness of all things and all forms of
life.
I will realize the Earth does not belong to us, but we belong to
the Earth.
The natural law is the ultimate authority upon the lands and
water. I will learn the knowledge and wisdom of the natural laws. I
will pass this knowledge in to my children.
The mother Earth is a living entity that maintains life. I will speak
out in a good way whenever I see someone abusing the Earth. Just as I
would protect my own mother, so will I protect the Earth. I will ensure
that the land, water, and air will be intact for my children and mu
children's children - unborn.
Sixth Philosophy
TO THE CREATOR
As an Indian man, I realize we make no gains without the Great Spirit
being in our lives. Neither I nor anything I attempt to do, will work
without the Creator. Being Indian and being spiritual has the same
meaning. Spirituality is out gift from the Great One. This day, I vow
to walk the Red Road.
As an Indian man, I will return to the traditional and spiritual
values which have guided my ancestors for the past generations.
I will look with new eyes on the powers of our ceremonies and
religious ways, for they are important to the very survival of our people.
We have survived and are going to grow and flourish spiritually.
We will fulfil our teachings and the purpose that the Creator has given
us with dignity.
Each day, I will pray and ask for guidance. I will commit to walk
the Red Road, or whatever the spiritual way is called in my own culture.
If I am Christian, I will be a good one. If I am traditional, I
will walk this road with dedication.
If each if us can do these things then others will follow. From
this day forward, I will reserve time and energy for spirituality,
seeking to know the Creators will.
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